South Africa Interest Rates Rise to 7% in 2026
South Africa interest rates have increased after the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) raised the repo rate by…
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South Africa Petrol Prices Rise in June 2026
South Africa petrol prices have increased for June 2026, adding more pressure on motorists already dealing with rising…
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South Africa secures billions in investment pledges but delivery gap raises concerns
South Africa has secured nearly R900 billion in investment pledges, but only 42% has been delivered, raising concerns…
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South African Reserve Bank signals potential overhaul of lending system
The South African Reserve Bank is considering replacing the prime lending rate with a repo-linked system, potentially impacting…
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Canal+ to list on Johannesburg Stock Exchange following MultiChoice takeover
Canal+ plans to list on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange following its MultiChoice takeover, marking a major foreign investment…
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$300 million trade finance facility launched to support African businesses
A $300 million trade finance facility launched by Standard Chartered and IFC aims to boost African businesses and…
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South Africa extends fuel tax cuts to ease pressure on motorists amid rising oil prices
South Africa has extended fuel tax cuts to ease pressure on motorists, with government absorbing a R17.2 billion…
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Malaria surge raises concerns over healthcare pressure and economic impact in Gauteng
A rise in malaria cases in Gauteng has raised concerns over healthcare pressure and potential economic impact as…
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Hundreds of small-scale fishing permits restored along West Coast in boost for local economy
Nearly 300 small-scale fishing permits have been restored along South Africa’s West Coast, providing economic relief to coastal…
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IMF cuts South Africa’s 2026 growth forecast to 1.0% as global energy risks rise
The IMF has cut South Africa’s 2026 growth forecast from 1.4% to 1.0% due to rising global energy…
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